Lactation Specialist/RN/UKHC / 9am-9:30pm

$28 - $39.10 / hour

Posting Details

Job Title Lactation Specialist/RN/UKHC / 9am-9:30pm Requisition Number NR11952 Working Title Lactation Specialist/RN/UKHC Department Name H3061:KCH-MATERNAL Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $28.00-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education

ADN

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification and either Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift 20 pounds; bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods.

Shift

Must be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week from 9am-9:30pm will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.

Job Summary

This position provides lactation and breastfeeding support for mothers of normal newborns and mothers whose infants are in the NICU.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Communication, interpersonal relationship building, emotional intelligence

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

BSN preferred

Deadline to Apply 04/24/2026 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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